50th Anniversary Ribbon Cutting Wednesday, August 14 4:30pm, Patio Deck, Reception to follow We are thrilled to invite you to a momentous occasion—the ribbon-cutting ceremony for Wheatsfield Co-op's 50th anniversary. This date is especially significant as it commemorates the very day MAFA, what is now Wheatsfield Co-op, was born 50 years ago. It’s not [...]
August 2024 Word from the Board Jeff Kushkowski, Wheatsfield Board Member August is one of my favorite months. Sweet corn is abundant, leading to an increase in my use of dental floss. The new semester at ISU also kicks off at the end of the month, bringing a renewed energy to the town. Students [...]
Iowa Wildlife Center The Iowa Wildlife Center provides professional wildlife rescue, medical treatment and rehabilitation of native wildlife in central Iowa; teaches about wildlife and habitat stewardship; and provides wildlife assistance skills training.
Save on Everything Iowa! Shop your Co-op on Saturday, July 20 to save 15% on local products around the Co-op (that’s over 1,000 products!). Enjoy local samples, co-op explorers local scavenger hunt, and sign up to win our local product giveaway! The co-op defines local as grown or produced within the state of [...]
July 2024 Parable Carry that Weight Adam Calder, Produce Manager I was out on the sales floor stocking some avocados the other day, and a customer came and stood quietly next to me. With two shaky hands, she was clutching a bag of baby carrots in front of her like a shield, her face [...]
July 2024 Word from the Board Liz Kolby, Board President Liz Kolby, Wheatsfield Board President In a time where so much attention is invested in presidential elections, it’s easy to forget that democracy operates on many levels, including Wheatsfield Co-op. By now you might have heard, this year marks the 50th Anniversary [...]
ASIP - DACA & Immigrant Support ASIP aims to support and empower immigrants, helping them to live safe, productive, and fulfilling lives in their new community. Ames Sanctuary Interfaith Partners (ASIP) is a non-profit organization that helps immigrants by providing the below services and support to individuals and families, regardless of their background. Legal [...]
Here are highlights from the June 2024 Wheatsfield Board of Directors meeting: Ribbon-cutting for Wheatsfield’s 50th anniversary will be held on Wednesday, August 14th at 4:30pm on the patio at the Co-op. The Board, Staff and members are invited to attend. The Board adopted an eighth cooperative principle that focuses on diversity, equity, [...]
Slow Cooker BBQ Pulled Pork Courtesy of grocery.coop Recipe Information Total Time: 8 1/2 hours; 30 minutes active Servings: 16 Slow-cooked to perfection, this moist, tender, crowd-pleasing barbecued pork is simple to prepare. Ingredients 3 1/2 lbs. boneless pork shoulder or butt roast 1 small onion, sliced 2 cloves garlic, sliced 1 teaspoon salt [...]
Strawberry Slab Pie Courtesy of grocery.coop Recipe Information Total Time: 2 1/2 hours, 1 hour active Servings: 12 This pie is full of sweet strawberries, with hints of lemon and vanilla. The flaky crust is biscuit-like and flecked with sparkling sugar for even more appeal. It’s also very juicy, so be sure to put [...]
